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Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika

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Free cancellation available
Price is €70 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

The day starts at Gaztelugatxe, where visitors can enjoy a stunning walk to the hermitage located on an islet, accessible via a bridge and a steep staircase of 231 steps. The views of the Bay of Biscay and the Basque coastline are spectacular, and the area is famous for its appearance in the “Game of Thrones” series.

Next, the excursion continues to Bermeo, a charming coastal town known for its fishing port, old town, and excellent seafood cuisine. It's an ideal place to stroll and discover the region’s maritime traditions. There we will have free time for lunch.

Finally, the visit takes you to Gernika, a town rich in history, famous for being the place where the laws of Bizkaia were signed. At the Casa de Juntas, visitors can learn about the Basque Country's historic rights, and the Tree of Gernika serves as a symbol of freedom and unity for the Basques.

This excursion offers the perfect blend of natural landscapes, history, and Basque culture.

Activity location
  • Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe
    • Carretera de Gaztelugatxe
    • 48130, Bakio, Spain
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Meliá Bilbao
    • 29 Leizaola Lehendakariaren Kalea
    • 48001, Bilbao, Euskadi, Spain

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Walking Route San Juan De Gaztelugatze, Bermeo & Gernika
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 09:20
Price details
€70.00 x 1 Adult€70.00
Total
Price is €70.00
Until Thu, 12 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by air-conditioned minivan or bus
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Access to Gaztelugatxe
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    anything not detailed into the included services

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is a trekking route so a minimum physical condition is required. We recommend you to bring confortable trekking shoes and a small bottle of water
  • The total duration of the tour includes the road travelling times. Check the details.
  • No accessible for clients with mobility problems or slow walking
  • The excursions are in Spanish & English. May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • The tour will take place rain or shine
  • The times indicated in the tour are just a reference. They might vary or change
  • The seats in the minivan or bus are not assigned
  • The order of the places visited might vary at some dates for operative reasons
  • Bring your EU ID or a Non-EU passport
  • Before boarding in the bus or van, confirm with the guide that your name is on the list.
  • Due to space capacity limitations and political or public happenings, the Casa de Juntas of Gernika might not be available to enter and we will see the tree of Gernika from outside. Therefore, the entrance to the Casa de Juntas inside the building is not guaranteed.
  • The pictures included in the presentation of this tour, are just a reference. Please do not take them as exact locations from where we will see the different visits.
  • Maximum size of the group could be up to 33 pax.
  • The walking route to Gaztelugatxe has a gradient of approximately 180 metres. Please bear this in mind. It is possible to do it, but it is not a flat walk.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe
  • 2h
Enjoy a nice waliking in San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is a spectacular islet located on the coast of Bizkaia, which can be accessed via a bridge and a steep staircase of 231 steps. This small island is connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus, and at the top, there is a hermitage. During the visit, we will enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Biscay and the Basque coastline. The site is known for its natural beauty and its great historical and cultural value. Additionally, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe gained international fame after being used as a filming location in the series "Game of Thrones," where it represented "Dragonstone." It’s a unique experience for both nature lovers and those interested in history and culture, and the walk through the area offers a perfect blend of landscape, history, and legend.
Bermeo
  • 2h
We will visit the charming town of Bermeo and have free time for lunch. Bermeo is a charming coastal town, known for its rich maritime heritage, picturesque streets, and beautiful surroundings. It is a traditional fishing village that retains much of its historic character, with colourful buildings lining the streets and a lively harbour filled with boats.
Casa de Juntas
  • 1h 15m
The Casa de Juntas in Gernika, is a historic and political symbol of the Basque Country. It is where the General Assemblies of Bizkaia were traditionally held. The building is known for its traditional architecture and the Tree of Gernika, a symbol of Basque freedom and historical rights. Visitors can explore the museum, which tells the storey of the Casa de Juntas, and visit the hall where the assemblies took place. It is a key site to understand the history and identity of the Basque Country.

Location

Activity location
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    Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe
    • Carretera de Gaztelugatxe
    • 48130, Bakio, Spain
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Meliá Bilbao
    • 29 Leizaola Lehendakariaren Kalea
    • 48001, Bilbao, Euskadi, Spain
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Sercotel Coliseo Bilbao
    • 13 Urkixo Zumarkalea
    • 48008, Bilbao, Euskadi, Spain

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